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[10-2-18] 18. Slolam Pilago
Total Annihilation

[10-2-18] 18. Slolam Pilago

Guide your Finks and Shadow bombers to destroy the Slolam Pilago fusion reactor in Total Annihilation. Learn the best build order and attack strategy to succeed.

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Guide your Finks and Shadow bombers to destroy the Slolam Pilago fusion reactor in Total Annihilation. Learn the best build order and attack strategy to succeed.

Alright, let's tackle Slolam Pilago. This mission is all about a swift, decisive air strike. You've got a key target: a fusion reactor hidden away on some islands.

Walkthrough
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    First things first, use your Finks to scout out the map. You'll spot four small islands, each bristling with Sentinel lasers. The briefing hints at a path right through the middle of these islands, with one island on each side of your planes. Send a Fink on a suicide run from the bottom of the map to the top along this path. This will reveal the exact location of the fusion reactor.
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    Now, for your build order. Focus *only* on solar collectors, metal extractors, and an aircraft plant. Build a single construction aircraft and set it to patrol over the trees – this gives you a nice energy boost.
  3. 3
    Queue up about 7 Shadow bombers and another Fink if you lost your scout. Crank the game speed up to maximum and wait for everything to be built. To speed things up even more, have your commander assist with production, but be careful! Never let your energy reserves drop so low that your metal extractors stop working. Use the commander in short bursts to keep things moving without interruption.
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    Once your airforce is ready, position them in a direct line towards the fusion reactor you scouted earlier.
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    Send your Fink ahead first to draw some of the Sentinel laser fire. This is crucial for softening them up.
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    Have your Shadow bombers target the area *slightly behind* the fusion reactor on their first pass. If you target it directly, many of their bombs will hit the volcano wall on the way in.
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    After that initial pass, immediately retarget your Shadows onto the reactor itself. Six Shadow bombers should be just enough to take it out.

Warning: This is a one-shot deal. Once you launch your assault, your own base and commander will come under attack by enemy aircraft. If you mess up the air strike, you won't get a second chance to destroy the reactor, and you'll likely lose your base.

Tips
  • Prioritize energy production early on. The extra energy from patrolling construction aircraft over trees is vital for keeping your extractors running at full capacity.
  • Don't over-commit your commander to production. Use them strategically in short bursts to avoid draining your energy reserves.
  • The Fink scout is essential for pinpointing the reactor and drawing initial fire. Make sure you have one available or can build one quickly.
  • The bomber targeting is key. Aiming slightly behind the reactor on the first pass maximizes bomb impact and minimizes wasted shots on the terrain.

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